Uyghurs are back in the spotlight as U.S. courts grant asylum to a filmmaker exposing China’s human rights abuses in Xinjiang.
Guan Heng, a Chinese filmmaker and asylum seeker detained in New York, was granted asylum after a court found him credible and fearing retaliation from China for exposing rights abuses in Xinjiang. His case highlights broader issues of U.S. immigration policy and human rights advocacy.
Ai Weiwei, the Chinese artist and critic, returned to China after over a decade, reliving a momentous visit to see his mother. His trip was smooth, contrasting with his past detention, and he discussed his new book on censorship and surveillance. Guan's asylum case in the US also highlights ongoing human rights issues.